Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape Province offers diverse holiday experiences, with the over-riding qualities of unspoiled nature and being away from the madding crowds. There is a great diversity in the characteristics of the regions, and the type of vacation you will experience – from beautiful unspoiled beaches to stunning mountain scenery, from semi desert open spaces and starry skies to malaria free game reserves. From the highest mountains in the country giving rise to clear sparkling trout filled st...


The cosmopolitan dining and upmarket lounge, Co.fi, launched its first coastal branch...

Ons boere het ons hulp Nodig, Skenk Dringend Vir Boere in Droogtegebiede...

We have recently seen a sharp rise in the digital world with the explosion of various new social media platforms, brands allowing

hoola Modern Agency is proud to announce they have moved into their new home at The Gridd in Fordyce Road, Walmer, Gqeberha. T

More dead birds are mysteriously dropping from the sky in Qonce (King Williams Town) with carcasses now also picked...

Arts and Culture minister Nathi Mthetwa has announced a number of name changes for towns, cities and airports in the Eastern...

Hoola Modern Agency brought some relief to the Kloof & Highway SPCA through a festive donation that the company made...

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many challenges on a global scale. It has affected our health and our livelihoods. It has change

After an initial postponement, SPAR Eastern Cape announced the cancellation of the 2020 Women's Challenge road running event toda

[b]GVK-Siya Zama appoints Hannes Geyser to head Eastern Cape business[/b]Construction company GVK-Siya Zama has boosted its Ea

With three players chosen for the Cucsa squad and a sixth-place finish in the A section, the Madibaz Tennis Club returned from the

The Madibaz women's water polo team claimed the bronze medal for the second successive year when they competed in the University

The Madibaz men's football team are determined to capitalise on their promotion to the top-flight by finishing in the top eight w

Wine-lovers in the Border region will have a wonderful opportunity to sample some of the best vintages in South Africa when the TO

Self Drive Route 4 is a scenic route through quaint country towns from Johannesburg to the Garden Route via Golden Gate and Addo..

Ace Madibaz swimmer Alaric Basson says the top level of competition he witnessed at the World Championships in South Korea this ye

Belief in her own ability has played a major role in cementing Ischke Senekal's status as one of South Africa's finest field ath

Joy at receiving recognition for the hard work he has put into his career is the underlying feeling for runner Mariano Eesou after

National representatives Ischke Senekal and Alaric Basson received recognition for their 2019 achievements when they were named th

Brad Gouveris's late decision to enter the Lorraine Cycle Tour paid dividends when he finished top of the podium in the 80km feat

The Madibaz Football Club have scored a major coup by signing on former Bafana Bafana player Elrio van Heerden as their technical

Besides being a prime competitor with 18 titles under her belt, Port Elizabeth star Anriette Schoeman is revelling in her role as

The Lorraine Cycle Tour is poised to make another positive impact on the sport in Nelson Mandela Bay when the annual tour takes pl

The important work done by the Igazi Foundation was highlighted when designer Jason Kieck unveiled the Desert Nights Fashion Extra

The Madibaz premier league men's and women's hockey teams have crowned a year to remember for the club by annexing the Eastern P

SPAR Madibaz netball coach Lana Krige wants her senior players to lead from the front when they meet North-West University in a cr

The SPAR Wheelchair Wednesday campaign rolled on to achieve one of its primary objectives when the 1 000th wheelchair was handed o

A 6 km deserted stretch of pristine beach beckons a gallop on the 2 hour beach and dune bush horse rides at Papiesfontein

The loyalty of its staff and attention to detail are among the key elements behind KWIKSPAR Beacon Isle being named the national r

Sand boarding is a popular activity on the dunes in and around Jeffreys Bay, when there are no waves or for land lovers

The Madibaz women's squash team continued their dominance of the Eastern Province first league when they retained the title last

After bouncing back with a victory over University of Western Cape in Port Elizabeth on Monday, the SPAR Madibaz netball team need

Three Madibaz karatekas will keep the Nelson Mandela University flag flying high when they compete in the World Open Championships

Almost 2 500 participants welcomed the arrival of spring in appropriate fashion when the SPAR Daily Dispatch Fun Run was held in E

The SPAR Madibaz netball team are ready to face another stiff examination in a double-header when the Varsity Netball competition

Talented Madibaz football player Siwaphiwe Maso is determined to make the most of his opportunity after being selected for the Ned

The historical Self Drive Route 62 is one of SA's favourite tourism routes.

Learn to surf in South Africa's best and most famous surf 'spot' - Jeffrey's Bay on the Sunshine Coast of the Eastern Cape

The East London community is primed for another entertaining day of exercise when the SPAR Daily Dispatch Fun Run takes place in t

Creating greater awareness among the youth in society was one of the chief accomplishments of the latest SPAR Wheelchair Wednesday

The Madibaz cricket team will be aiming to achieve success in a number of different areas of the game when they challenge for the

SPAR Madibaz netball captain Jeanie Steyn was thrilled with their winning start to the Varsity Netball competition in Port Elizabe

Involvement with the SPAR Wheelchair Wednesday campaign has seen Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) effect a number of changes t

A wheelchair has broadened the world for Port Elizabeth's Zethu Soya, making a difference by giving her access to places which pr

The Eastern Cape's universities will gather for a celebration of student activities when the annual intervarsity takes place at N

SPAR Eastern Cape has launched an initiative which will enable customers to support women who have suffered sexual abuse and viole

Former provincial player Lefa Mosena is eager to raise the profile of Madibaz cricket across the board after taking up the positio

Nelson Mandela University student-athlete Kyle de Beer has targeted the Southern Cape Open as his next objective after wrapping...

The SPAR Wheelchair Wednesday initiative has set itself the objectives of spreading awareness to the youth and taking the overall

Woodridge won the SPAR Eastern Cape Schoolgirls Hockey Challenge for the first time when they defeated DSG 3-0 in the final at Col

South Africa's younger generation of sportsmen and women showed their ability to compete at an international level by surpassing

Young Madibaz football star Caleb Turner is ready to make an impact when he represents the University Sport South Africa U21 team

The cream of young talent in the Eastern Cape will be on display when the SPAR EC Schoolgirls Hockey Challenge provincial finals t

SPAR Eastern Cape took their campaign to clean up the environment on Mandela Day to Port Elizabeth's northern areas yesterday whe

The standard of competition is improving each year, so the Madibaz surfing team are eager to build on the experience they gained a

The Madibaz squash team kept the Nelson Mandela University flag flying high when they returned with the silver medal from the Univ

The Madibaz karate team returned from the University Sport South Africa tournament with the gold medal, thrilled at finishing on t

Mountain bikers interested in tackling next year's PwC Great Zuurberg Trek will have an opportunity to see what the boutique...

Discover an alternative Addo with a trio of treats. One night quaint-on-a-budget, one-night comfy-does-it, and one-night break...

There can be no better place in South Africa to park a caravan than at the Storms River Mouth campsite, in the Tsitsikamma ...

With several new faces in their outfit, the Madibaz surfing squad will be banking on a concerted team effort when the University S

SPAR Eastern Cape will continue to raise awareness of its STOP Plastic campaign with an innovative introduction to the SPAR Kirkwo

The Madibaz squash team are fired up for the challenge after ending as runners-up last year when they target the University Sport

The Madibaz karate squad will renew a keen rivalry with Walter Sisulu University when the University Sport South Africa tournament

Madibaz swimmer Alaric Basson has taken another step forward in his career by being included in the South African squad to partici

A passion for the sport and plenty of hours in the pool paid off for Madibaz water polo star Casey Mcleavy when she was named the

Madibaz Sport will be well represented in a variety of roles when the South African squad take part in the World Student Games in

Madibaz hockey coach Cheslyn Gie will further his development as a mentor at the highest level after being appointed to the nation

Cloudius Sagandira says combining an academic vocation with a sporting career is the best thing that could have happened to him wh

Rising Madibaz squash star Hayley Ward will get another chance to test her skills against players at a high level when she compete

The Madibaz Cricket Club have completed another successful season across the board, from producing players for the national team t

York High survived a tense penalty shoot-out against Outeniqua to qualify for the provincial finals of the SPAR Eastern Cape Schoo

Even after a hugely successful 2019 edition, race organisers ASG Events will leave no stone unturned in their efforts to make next

York High are the three-time defending champions but they will not be taking anything for granted when the South Western Districts

Queenstown Girls' High School (GHS) ended a run of success by Kingsridge in the East London Inland leg of the SPAR Eastern Cape S

Woodridge withstood plenty of pressure to defeat Collegiate 1-0 in a thrilling finish to the PE Central leg of the SPAR Eastern Ca

We’ve heard of the Otter Trail and the Fish River Canyon hike – and now there’s the Leopard Trail, which has only just opened...

The Madibaz women's team faced some tough Varsity Hockey challenges over the past two weeks, but coach Andrew Beynon believes the

Alexander Road will be hoping to take their momentum from recent schools matches into the PE Central leg of the SPAR Eastern Cape

Kingsridge coach Mark Taljaard is expecting fierce opposition when his team chase their fourth straight title in the East London I

The Madibaz men's basketball team have qualified for the University Sport South Africa national tournament this year after coming

Clarendon Girls' High reclaimed the title in the East London Coastal leg of the SPAR Eastern Cape Schoolgirls Hockey Challenge by

Clarendon High star Bianca Wood will have a spring in her step when she runs out for her school in the East London Coastal event o

Namibian Helalia Johannes stormed to victory with a personal best 10km time to win her maiden Port Elizabeth title in the SPAR Wom

The Madibaz women's hockey team are ready to adopt a positive approach when they compete in the Varsity Hockey tournament, starti

The SPAR Women's Challenge is set for a flying start when the fast Port Elizabeth course hosts the first event of this year's se

Glorious weather saw the SPAR Kids' Challenge provide a rousing prelude to the main event when just under 600 runners enjoyed a r

In addition to providing fun and exercise for thousands of women, the SPAR Women's Challenge will play an important role in achie

SPAR Eastern Cape will use the Women's Challenge in Port Elizabeth next week to introduce a new weapon in their ongoing fight for

In an effort to be fully inclusive, the invitation list for the SPAR Kids' Challenge in Port Elizabeth has been widened to allow

Defending champion Reynard Butler will be using the East Rand Classic road cycle race next weekend to kick-start his year after a

Madibaz artistic swimmer Courtney Musson continues to impress in the national arena. She returned from the national championships

The Madibaz Rowing Club returned from the University Sport South Africa sprints regatta with its reputation firmly enhanced follow

Former presidential security chief Rory Steyn delivered a fascinating address at Nelson Mandela University on Thursday in which he

The Madibaz cricket team will get a chance to test themselves at the highest level in South African club cricket when they compete

FNB Madibaz rugby captain Riaan Esterhuizen wants his team to emulate their defensive display in the semifinals when they face Cap

The Madibaz cricket team will be aiming to capitalise on their thrilling league victory by qualifying for the national club champi

It will be more of the same in terms of preparations by the FNB Madibaz rugby team as the FNB Varsity Shield reaches its business

It may be April Fool’s Day, but the extension of the entries deadline for next weekend’s Liberty Winelands Encounter until Fri

The Madibaz cricket team have sent out a message that they are a club to be taken seriously after winning the South Western Distri

FNB Madibaz rugby captain Riaan Esterhuizen says the hard work they put in during their pre-season programme is paying dividends i

The FNB Madibaz rugby team will resume their FNB Varsity Shield campaign with fresh energy when they host Tshwane University of Te

Kingswood College are geared up for their title defence but know they face a stiff examination when the opening leg of the SPAR Ea

The FNB Madibaz rugby team are riding the crest of a wave in the FNB Varsity Shield this season, but star loose forward Bevan Prin

S.A.'s vast landscapes are an explorer's paradise, but reaching beautiful spots often requires an off-road vehicle...

Dylan Girdlestone set himself up for a real shot at the title when he took the yellow jersey in a solo finish on the fourth stage

The annual SPAR Madibaz netball tournament held at the south campus in Port Elizabeth over the weekend showed the event has contin

The FNB Madibaz rugby team are gearing up for what will be their toughest fixture to date when they tackle University of KwaZulu-N

Eastern Cape citrus producer and exporter, Endulini Fruit, has appointed Boomtown as its retained PR agency...

In an event slightly more compact than usual, SPAR Eastern Cape were still able to make a significant contribution to supporting t

The FNB Madibaz rugby team are determined to maintain as a high a standard as possible as they seek to make an impact in the FNB V

Madibaz rugby coach Jarryd Buys is buoyant after getting five points from their opening FNB Varsity Shield game in Port Elizabeth,

Madibaz rugby coach Jarryd Buys wants his team to create a winning habit when they begin their Varsity Shield campaign at the Madi

The Bestmed Madibaz Athletics Club have hit on a winning formula after hosting a successful meeting for senior and junior athletes

The impact of litter on the environment is well-documented, but litter has a variety of effects on communities ranging from health

Building on the Seven Wonders campaign for Sarah Baartman area of the Eastern Cape, Boomtown has rolled out the Seven Wonders Buck

Billed as a high-quality but affordable event, race organisers ASG Events are geared up for a flood of interest in the Liberty Win

There will be plenty of incentive to succeed for junior and senior athletes when the Bestmed Madibaz Athletics Club hold a major m

Not enough South Africans are recycling, and depending on your local recycling services around half of what goes in your bin coul

This unforgettable self drive route through the famous Garden Route is right up there with the most scenic road trips in the world

South African cycling distribution company Positive Sports Solutions has added a further string to its bow by setting...

German mountain-biker Udo Mueller is fired up to show what he can do as he sets out to defend his title in the solo category...

Madibaz cricketer Lutho Sipamla was "surprised and shocked" to get a call-up to the Proteas cricket team, but is determined ...

Woodlands Dairy has partnered with the Colours of You SA (COYSA) collective to turn trash into a piece of art to communicate and

The Eden to Addo Hiking Trail takes hikes for 20 days over 400km through conservation corridors and all money raised is used to ..

Former Madibaz cricketer Anrich Nortje, who is fast emerging as one of South Africa's brightest bowling prospects, says a broader

Next year's Takealot Tour of Good Hope has broadened its appeal with the addition of a race for solo cyclists. The five-day ro

SPAR Eastern Cape achieved global recognition for their commitment to reducing plastic pollution when they received an award at th

Growing consumer demand for the Westfalia three-bike rack has seen Positive Sports Solutions make the product available from the b

Madibaz sevens rugby star Eloise Webb is ready to take her career to the next level after being awarded a Springbok contract last

The Nelson Mandela Bay festive period will kick off with a bang on Sunday when SPAR Summer Nathi unveils the opening of the season

The Madibaz B cricket team relied on a committed team effort to win their section in the University Sport South Africa tournament

SPAR Eastern Cape and charity organisation Love Story, for the third year running, brought hope and spread festive cheer among som

Cyclists riding in the bright South African sunlight are set to benefit from a new distribution agreement between Positive Sports

The Takealot Tour of Good Hope's elevation to UCI status for 2019 will ensure that one of South Africa's premier road tours is a

The Madibaz women's water polo team will be aiming to transform a series of competitive results into a medal-winning position at

A giant Christmas tree the equivalent in height of four stories will light up Port Elizabeth's beachfront when it is officially u

Former University of Johannesburg star Aphiwe Dyantyi hopes his meteoric rise to stardom will provide inspiration for young rugby

To get ahead the South African economy is in need of more entrepreneurs to boost growth, foster innovation, and aid job creation.

The Madibaz cricket teams are determined to make an impact when they compete in the University Sport South Africa tournament in th

South African cycling distribution company Positive Sports Solutions and the Demacon Ladies Cycling Team will next year continue t

The SPAR Daily Dispatch Summer Fun Run on Sunday confirmed its immense popularity with the East London community when the number o

The second edition of the SPAR River Paddle Challenge proved a resounding success as a full field of competitors enjoyed the uniqu

Isankwane is a hat or a head covering made from hard wool to have a shape of the skull. According to the Xhosa tradition or cultur

Madibaz Sport continues to make its presence felt at a national level following the appointment of Yoliswa Lumka to the management

Excitement is building for the second SPAR River Paddle Challenge which takes place in the Swartkops River estuary on November 24.

An occasion the whole family can enjoy is the underlying theme of the SPAR Daily Dispatch Summer Fun Run, which takes place in Eas

Madibaz karateka Adre Weideman enhanced her standing in the sport when she returned from a recent national tournament in Stellenbo

Thando Manana's passion for rugby will stand him in good stead as he throws his weight behind a campaign to put the pride back in

Following a formal tender process, for the second consecutive year, Magnetic Storm has been appointed to bring the People’s Port

Star field athlete Ischke Senekal was honoured with a top award when she was crowned Sportswoman of the Year at the Madibaz Sport

The Han-Made home-made ice cream brand has become a favourite for visitors to the monthly SPAR Goodnight Market at the Tramways Bu

After seven years of success in Port Elizabeth, the SPAR Wheelchair Wednesday campaign celebrated a "spreading of the love" at t

Nelson Mandela University karate ace Gcobani Maxama believes he has fulfilled a personal mission by being named the Madibaz Sports

South African field athlete Ischke Senekal and karate ace Gcobani Maxama walked away with the top accolades at the Madibaz Sport g

Madibaz Sport will take the opportunity to honour a wide range of achievers when they hold a gala function at the Madibaz Indoor S

Mustard Deli has developed a reputation for twisting the classics and will offer its interesting flavours and products to TOPS at

Cycling distribution company Positive Sports Solutions has added another string to its bow by setting up an agreement to distribut

The Wheelchair Wednesday campaign, sponsored by SPAR Eastern Cape, continues to make a massive impact within the physically...

This year's SPAR Eastern Cape Jason Kieck Fashion Extravaganza will see the top Port Elizabeth designer transport visitors to the

Port Elizabeth's Flourish Deli will introduce their plant-based, cruelty-free and environmentally friendly concept to TOPS at SPA

With good preparation under their belts the Madibaz outfit are aiming for a spot in the top four when the inaugural Varsity Basket

SPAR Madibaz captain Jeanie Steyn says they are fired up to continue "an amazing journey" when they contest the Varsity Netball

Madibaz player Hayley Ward relished the opportunity to further her promising squash career after ending seventh in the World Unive

A number of successes during its seven-year existence have underlined the value of the Madibaz Football Club's outreach programme

The SPAR Madibaz netball team are geared up to make one final push for a spot in the Varsity Netball semifinals when they host Ste

Marco Joubert was pleased to be back on the winner's podium after a long struggle with injury as he successfully defended his tit

Staycations – holidays spent in or near one’s home – are a pocket-friendly option for unwinding this summer. Fortunately...

The SPAR Madibaz team enjoyed one of their most notable periods in Varsity Netball when, for the first time, they defeated both Fr

All those affected by cancer are being granted the opportunity to write messages of hope on two new vehicles and on their race...

Cape Town cyclist Rohan du Plooy took victory in the Bestmed-Makro Championship as Alfa Bodyworks-Giant registered a clean sweep i

The SPAR Madibaz team are fully motivated to achieve their goal of reaching the Varsity Netball semifinals as they prepare for the

Champions Brad Gouveris and Anriette Schoeman are ready for the challenges of early-season racing when they defend their titles in

Madibaz star Nobubele Phuza made an early impression on the Varsity Netball tournament when she was twice named player of the matc

A small-scale beekeeper from a farm near Alexandria will create a buzz among visitors to the SPAR Valley Market at Chicky's Yard

The emergence of a promising group of first-years has put SPAR Madibaz netball coach Lana Krige in a buoyant mood ahead of the ope

As a silver sponsor of the Exporter of the Year, 2018 Awards, Magnetic Storm collaborated with Exporters Eastern Cape to make it a

Collegiate Girls' High School became involved with the SPAR Wheelchair Wednesday campaign for the first time yesterday when a num

The Nedbank Madibaz swimming team will be aiming to show they can match the top varsities in the country when the University Sport

The SPAR Wheelchair Wednesday campaign seems to be getting its message across as it continues to raise awareness about the challen

Former competitive South African pool swimmer Sarah Ferguson's close encounters with nature on her recent Elephant Coast expediti

The SPAR Madibaz team are determined to put on a display worthy of the occasion when the Varsity Netball tournament kicks off in P

Rhubarb & Lime, a local retro-chic coffee shop and restaurant, will present a special health-based menu at the SPAR...

Hudson Park emerged as the latest champions in the SPAR Eastern Cape Schoolgirls Hockey Challenge when they defeated Alexander Roa

Nelson Mandela University student athlete Ischke Senekal continued to show she can perform at the highest level when she won the s

Another thrilling year of competition will culminate in what should be an intriguing finale when the SPAR Eastern Cape Schoolgirls

SPAR Eastern Cape and the Association for Persons with Physical Disabilities (APD) launched their annual Wheelchair Wednesday proj

The well-known Italian brand, Gipiemme wheels, now available in South Africa, is making a big impact on the cycling industry in th

Former South African international swimmer Sarah Ferguson has linked her talent for swimming to a passion for the environment by j

The organisers of the Alliance Française Street Music Festival in Richmond Hill have taken bold new steps to add exciting new...

Thirsty visitors will be able to warm up with a glass or two of their favourite beverage when the TOPS at SPAR Wine Show transform

Magnetic Storm is delighted to be part of Jason Kieck’s latest fashion show and gala dinner for the 8th year...

A collaboration between SPAR Eastern Cape, Love Story and the Mayor's Office saw 200 homeless people celebrate the 100th annivers

The Madibaz tennis team will return to the A section of the University Sport South Africa tournament next year after earning promo

The Madibaz surfing team will be aiming to go all the way when they target the University Sport South Africa title at Victoria Bay

The KPMG Madibaz golf team held their nerve under pressure to regain the University Sport South Africa matchplay title at Port She

The Madibaz men's football team achieved their goal of gaining promotion to the A section when the University Sport South Africa

The Madibaz squash team produced one of their best performances at the University Sport South Africa tournament to claim the silve

A gang of poachers who broke into a South African game reserve to hunt rhinos came off second best when they were attacked and...

The Nelson Mandela Bay team are determined to make an impact when the SPAR national netball championships take place at the Young